Occupational therapy assistant Jobs in Tempe, AZ

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)At Aegis Healthcare we are expanding our Home Health & Hospice Nursing Teams and are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the role of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant who shares our desire to make healthcare better for everyone. Why do people LOVE & Feel Supported at Aegis Healthcare? Our company culture is grounded in our core values of Character, Experience & Trust, which we live every day (you'll know when you meet us). We enrich the lives of those we serve, nurture and support our team's long-term career development, and focus on ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered. COMPENSATION: $30-$35 / Hourly DOE (with Bonus Opportunity)STATUS: Full-TimeSCHEDULE: M-F 8am – 5pm (Schedule Flexibility)LOCATION: East Valley (Mesa / Gilbert / Apache Junction / Chandler) Highlights of working for Aegis HealthcareSupport in your Role: Enjoy comprehensive onboarding and continuous trainingSchedule Flexibility: Build a schedule during the week around your lifeCareer Longevity: Our average tenure is 5 years.Meaningful Work: We serve a vulnerable population.Growth opportunities: With 7 divisions there are paths for advancement.Employee Experience: Fun Perks, Rewards, and Recognition Programs!Great Benefits Package: A generous 22 days of PTO + Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) + Matching, Life, accident and disability insurance options, and referral bonuses! At Aegis Healthcare our approach to treating patients, our staff, and the community is rooted in our core values of Character, Experience & Trust. To ensure consistently seamless, high-quality care we have developed a continuum of services including Mobile Primary Care, Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice, Outpatient Therapy, DME, and Medical Transport. By integrating these services, we address the diverse needs of our patients and support our mission to: "Enrich Every Life We Encounter from our employees to our patients and those who love and care for them." As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Aegis Healthcare, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional home health and end-of-life care to our patients. Job SummaryAddress patient's performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life qualitySelect appropriate occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventionsConsults with OT regarding change in treatment.Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.Participates in in-service education.Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.Improves or minimizes residual physical impairments of the patient.Teach patient's new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable componentsPerforms services planned, delegated and supervised by the OT.Assess patient's home and other environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilitiesRecommend adaptive equipment and train in its useGuide and educate family members and caregivers Join Aegis Healthcare today and feel supported and appreciated in a patient-first environment. Desired Skills & QualificationsGraduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Occupational Therapy AssociationCurrent Licensed, registered of Certified in the state of practiceMinimum of 2 years related experience preferred.Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well with different types of personalitiesAbility to exercise initiative and independent judgementEffective verbal & written communication & time management skillsValid Driver's License (clean record) & reliable transportation.Proof of current auto insurance & registrationValid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card (we can help)Current CPR Certification (we can help) & Negative TB Test (we can test) Make a Difference with Aegis Healthcare! If you're seeking a supportive environment that values your contributions, apply to join Aegis Healthcare today! Aegis Healthcare is a part of the Aegis Healthcare Family. Aegis Healthcare Celebrates Diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, underscored by a Zero Tolerance policy for discrimination. Aegis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicant without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. All Aegis Healthcare employees must be able to pass a criminal background check.